Top 10 Beginner Tarantulas YOU Overlooked!

[@tarantulacollective]

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[@callumjohnson9433]

Your next video has got to be the best over looked intermediate species list. Then following that and advanced list. Brilliant video as always keep them coming. From across the pond in South Wales of the UK. :)

[@niklasrappl1752]

I started with a Harpactira Pulchripes. I know, that this is not the perfect beginner species, but I love this species and it went all right (also I dealed with the topic for over 2 years so I knew pretty well what I had to do

[@momsdestroyer69]

I recently got the pumkin patch and it's still a small one and also have the curly hair I love them and its awesome watching them at night

[@amandaderp9263]

My first was a Chilean rose hair. It was amazing and so perfect so docile and calm

[@retchbook]

I just bought my first T yesterday, an Avicularia avicularia. They are between 1-1.5in right now, so I'm assuming they are a juvie. Such a cutie, and I cannot wait for them to grow and let me know what their sex is lmao Their current hobby is testing all the hidey holes in their wooden centerpiece. I'm excited to see them web up the place when they are fully confident and feeling safe. Big thanks to you and the T community on KZbin for shedding light on this hobby and helping beginners like me join the club. You and Dark Den in particular are very informative and reassuring for those who want to participate in tarantula keeping for the first time, and I think I have a spoiled little spider in the making ♡

[@sofiarose4533]

My ten year old daughter is obsessed by your channel. She is desperate for her first spider. She keeps sending me your videos. She’s clever! 😂😂

[@tarantulacollective]

That is awesome! It is so cool hearing about kids developing an interst in inverts at such a young age! I wish I had been introduced to them at that age :)

[@animated8623]

Did she ever get her first T??

[@sofiarose4533]

@@animated8623 she certainly did. Had him 8 months and called Pedro. She adores him. Now wants to expand her collection. Saved all her birthday money and I’m now just going with the flow. She took Pedro in for show and tell at school and was hilarious cleared that classroom in 3 seconds. 🤭

[@Fruckyaupm8]

@@tarantulacollective my three nearly 4 year old feeds our Caribena versicolour with me 😂

[@Fruckyaupm8]

@@sofiarose4533 what t did you get her? My niece is obsessed too and around the same age x

[@memoriesofviolet]

I have two Versicolor slings. They always come out to say Hi when I am feeding or giving them water. Easily one of my all time favorite Tarantula.

[@NawDawgTheRazor]

I’m not a “tarantula/spider person” per se, but man, those are some beautiful and colorful creatures.

[@germanwulf40]

I gotta say, I really appreciate the obvious prep that goes into these videos. Always great.

[@kuba813]

Smith Welson bruh this is a tarantula video, little to no people are interested in bitcoin here

[@JustinSmith-id6em]

I bought my first tarantula today. I went with the avicularia avicularia.. her name is Winifred Sanderson. I'm completely captivated by tarantulas and have studied them since the beginning of the pandemic and I believe I'm ready to start my beautiful new hobby. Thanks for the great videos and tips.

[@semi5141]

Then you should go right ahead wth orange bitey thing 😈😈😈

[@RenegadeSpider2]

@@semi5141 He should not get a obt starting out, that is a terrible idea

[@Essurei]

That pumpkin patch one is absolutely gorgeous, holy wow. I've never seen it before!

[@marcusmathewdeleon8200]

I also like GBB as a beginer tarantula. The patterns of it is really gorgeous as they grows. Great video bro!

[@tarantulacollective]

I feel you! The GBB is my favorite all time tarantula...i think it has been in nearly every top 10 list I've made...lol...so I figured I shouldn't include it in this one. :)

[@rodneybever9583]

I miss those cute pink legs and black feet on mine!

[@ROBERTSMITH-io7tb]

My GBB is my favourite T the way she sits out in the open, hunts down prey and even when startled she disappears into her web but comes straight back out within seconds

[@caseyelgin6988]

I was gonna say the gbb lol. I'm getting one soon as my first T and I'm so excited! Future wish list includes m. balfouri, p. murinus, p. ultramarinus, p. metallica, h. Pulchripes, and h. devamatha. Maybe a blue fang, and o. philippinus lol.

[@jawhitby345]

Casey Elgin I’ve got my first personal T turning up in a couple of days and it’s a GBB!! Can’t wait! Worked with tarantulas but never actually owned one!

[@jaz-zosgeckos9224]

So Happy that the #1 tarantula I am HIGHLY considering is #1 on this list! Thanks for this AWESOME list bro!

[@soraito9891]

Finally someone who gives different species rather than just the same ones

[@marcusfrazier4923]

I'm not really big on Tarantulas as pets, but this guy's Enthusiasm towards the hobby just seeps out of his pores; very contagious. Loved the video! 👍🏾👍🏾

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks dude!

[@TashaMarie555]

I love that the versicolor made #1! After a lot of research I picked the caribena versicolor as my first T. I finally found one last march and she has been a total joy to care for. The dwarf species are adorable I'd love to have a toy floof someday. Great list and Information as always.

[@gadgetjand]

I like that you included a variety of dwarfs. I’ve been look at several for a beginners T. Thank you

[@greywind243]

Know this is an old video but was looking around for my first T and saw C. versicolor. Immediately fell in love with the coloration and glad to see it here. Might be grabbing one in a few months

[@CasualNuggit]

My overlooked beginner tarantula is 100% the Aphonopelma Seemanni (Costa Rican Zebra) had mine for almost a year, she's been through hell honestly. Three rehouses, improper conditions, lack of food, escaping, handling and excessive heat/cold. Yet through it all she's finally in her final enclosure, found what makes her happy and can afford good food every week for her.

[@chloewright1]

I love this species, it's absolutely one of my favourites. They're gorgeous!

[@vivimannequin]

Mine is also my first tarantula

[@erikaballard5224]

I love that my all-time favorite T was at #1 ❤❤❤ the caribena versicolor has such a great temperament and is so incredibly gorgeous

[@stevef810]

Im starting with a Poecilotheria metallica. Everyone on KZbin has been snearing at me, But I don’t care! They’ll be a total sweetheart because I am peaceful and keen.

[@valkeitos]

Good luck

[@SnapRasta]

😂

[@niteshades690]

Start with what ever you want to. I started with an orange baboon tarantula and I had a great experience with it.

[@soratron]

@@niteshades690 obts are unironically a ver good beginner sp. they r basically indestructible

[@AviSLeigh]

I totally love how every one of the T’s you present are somehow your favorite. This channel has definitely taught me a lot already! Great work!!!!

[@philmcracken6590]

You are an impressive orator and host to a wealth of knowledge! Thanks for takin us folks in the cheap seats to school :)

[@joshuamarr3241]

I just have to say I have been following you for quite awhile now. After years of wanting to do it. Today I finally bit the bullet and got myself a spiderling brachypelma emilia today. Thank you for all the info you provide

[@dESTRON76]

#1 was my first ever sling...so great to watch them grow and change colors. I miss you Biscuit!🕷

[@floofyspooders2992]

This was my very first Tarantula- and I LOVE suggesting it!! It really is a treat to raise them from a teeny sling. The blue color is insane!! Now, my versi is a nearly mature male. Time to line up a date for him in the future!! Fun video as always, but it’s great to give these T’s on the list the praise they deserve!!

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks Debbie!

[@FostersPets]

Floofy Spooders our first was the gramastola pulchra and after that it was a p.regalis.... we went deep fast haha

[@tarantulacollective]

@@FostersPets wow! You sure did ...lol!

[@butterbeanwhite2351]

i love your room i could spend hours staring at all those . Well done! 👍

[@brianc3155]

Joining from your collab with WWR. Awesome video,makes me want to get a tarantula

[@robertgembala8532]

Awesome stuff

[@birdman1843]

This channel is very scary , thanks it help me overcome my fears . Bruce Wayne should subscribe 🕷

[@haroldlamphere4995]

Yesterday was my 62nd birthday, so today I ordered my very first tarantula, a GBB. I like your shows, helps a lot with research.

[@albertaguidetwahl469]

I purchased my first 2 T’s in April. I caribena versicolour and a grammostola pulchra. Both slings this past weekend I picked up a P. Irminia and P. Pulcher both approx 3.5” I love the colours of the versicolour and irminia and found both to be very active I haven’t gotten a good look at the pulcher and the G. Pulchra has been in a borrow for about 2 weeks now. Thanks Richard for all the great info I always to forward to your vids

[@tarantulacollective]

That's awesome! Those are some epic Tarantulas! Thanks for watching...glad you enjoyed the video.

[@pehort]

Our G. pulchra also likes to stay underground, but rather than digging its own tunnel it just hollowed out a space under its cork bark... luckily right against the back side of its enclosure. T feels safe and we can see it whenever we want!

[@nathanthegoose6571]

@@pehort goosr

[@cereacewood-creasy6085]

Yes!!!! Totally agree with #1! My Versi is the most curious little fellow and is always ready to come out to say hi and go back in for dinner. I look forward to our pre-dinner meetings. :)

[@PoeticButterfly13]

I’ve had my Brachypelma Emilia juvenile for almost a month now and she/he is so sweet. This is my 1st tarantula & it has really made me so comfortable

[@bonniemullennax6181]

You are absolutely too hilarious!

[@bradtbickford]

I'm just trying into tarantulas, my first one a couple weeks ago was the caribena versicolor. The other week the guy at the shop said the GBB is a must so ofc I got one. Then he sold me on a golden blue leg. Hoping to get a couple more this weekend, maybe a Mexican fire leg or a pink toe..... and one day an obt

[@Cerberusbasscovers]

Holy shit man! I've just found your channel here on youtube and I'm watching one video after another! What an AMAZING collection you have! I'm brazilian and around here is complicated to have a tarantula as pet... I mean, legally. I'm PhD in spider systematics and have been studying these beautiful 8-legged nightmares for 10 years now... My dream is to open a pet store to sell spiders but... I'm struggling with all the bureaucracy, paperwork and shit (more likely to me to give up). At least I have your videos now, so it helps to keep the dream alive! haha Congratulations on your channel! Cheers bro!

[@denicedetroit2153]

Hi, I'm from the UK. 🇬🇧😊😁. Loved this. Thank you. I'm new to this hobbist. My very first Tarantula I brought was a Gammostola Rosea. I brought her from a neighbour for £20.00. Not sure how long my neighbour had her, but I've had her for at least 3 - 3 & a half years. Since then, I've now acquired 5, more T's all Terrestrial. This was really lovely to watch your recommendations for different T's for beginners that were not the usual suggestions. I've always wanted to get an arboreal to add to my collection, and also dwaft T's but didn't know what T's to get? So glad Richard, that you made this video and included a variety of Tarantulas that I've not or even never considered. Great video, Loved it! Much appreciated. Thank you, Richard, Tarantula Collective. 😊👍🏾❤️😁👍🏾🕷️🕸️

[@TheWaterBox]

I've been coming back to binge on your vids for a few months now. It's very cool to see how far you got in your production in a year. Very nice production and awesome content. Still new to the T's but learning lots to deal with my Chaco and LP.

[@Dylan-bj3zy]

Your videos are like watching a TV show, all the different angles and shots with high quality editing and actual enthusiasm. I love your channel, you're doing amazing work!

[@Thehandbanana]

So cool to see the diversipes up here. Great list you put together.

[@joeymarigold4459]

I love your videos! Thank you for all the awesome information.

[@carydavenport1869]

Your channel and info on the Caribena versicolor was what made me choose it as my very first T. I love it 🥰

[@vermyfox8450]

Thank you for including dwarf species. They're so much better than most give credit to. Though 99% sure you've got one, the A. hentzi is another highly overlooked and imho one of the best beginners for anyone who is patient. :D

[@thatdadlife619]

Killed it again dude👍 I for one started getting a little tired of seeing the same t’s on every “top beginner species” list

[@craigodlin]

We recently got our 1st T and it’s a female brachypelma Emilia 7 years old and she is absolutely gorgeous! As I was watching the video I didn’t think you were going to include it in your list! So pleased they are 3rd on your list! Definitely a great beginner T. We already looking to get another tarantula so will definitely choose something off this list! Great Vid, thanks!

[@tarantulacollective]

Thank you!

[@michaele.derrickjr.9200]

Excellent video Richard

[@nathanielleack4842]

I swear this channel is keeping me same during lockdown here in Britain. Ive always been fascinated by entomology in general and the tarantula hobby is so cool especially in the online communities. Phenomenal content buddy. Also nice guitars!

[@Bloopie666]

Love this video! So informative, thank you!

[@amazingaquaticsandexotics3030]

great video. so many cool ones out there

[@AlexRodriguez-qu3dp]

I used to have arachnophobia due to an extreme case I had as a kid with my dad’s cobalt blue tarantula, but this year I have somehow did a complete 180 and now I love them! Tarantulas are so cool and I feel so special that you introduced my first ever owned tarantula, the Mexican fireleg! I have watched quite a few videos about tarantulas, and I always see stuff about the red knee, but I was so excited to see you discuss him. I absolutely love watching this guy move around and I decided to name him Pumpkin :)

[@Tjikkko]

How you handle the T for the first time?!! Haha

[@arasartsandjewelry7647]

Awww, versi is #1. My sling, Tribble, is my fave even over my gbb. He is very docile, slow and seems curious about what is going on around him. Very fun to watch while I am working.

[@monocentropusbalfouri2635]

What a great channel. Thank you!!!

[@tarantulacollective]

Thank you!

[@rebecca-kavanaghdoula7039]

Excellent again! Lucy and I enjoyed this very much, she's asked for another one for Christmas,,,,,,,,

[@alllovealllightalright]

I love that you mentioned davus pentaloris! I have two in my small collection. They've quickly become veryvspecial to me. Theyre wonderful tarantulas!

[@MMA_UFC1662]

I brought my first tarantula in 2019 and now I own 20 of them it’s such a addictive hobby

[@raeleycotten4616]

I got a boehmei a few days ago and I have never seen it on a list. I was so happy to see it mentioned!

[@tinabbaker37]

YES YES YES!!!! BLUE FANG BABY!!! 2 or 3 of em cause one just won't be enough

[@hansjackson]

DAAAMN DUDE! I am surprised Caribena Versicolor is on the 1st place! RIGHT now I was hesitating which one to get as my first one, Brazilian Blue or Caribena. Now I know the answer!

[@jobenson6336]

Richard I love watching your videos. So much information regarding T's and how to care for them.

[@seangriffin5524]

Late to this video lol but I gotta tell you your passion for this is really making me consider jumping into this hobby. Been thinking about it for a long time. Hopefully you have some newer videos I can check out but this is awesome dude. I don’t care what it is, when I see someone talk about something they love with this passion I can’t stop watching.

[@californiascritters6008]

Great list! In my opinion the A.seemanni is the best beginner, mine is such a sweetheart and easy to keep! The only downside I’d say would be mine really and I mean REALLY loves water so the habitat needs to stay humid and he/she will come running to sit under the water stream.😆 thanks for shining some light on some of the more overlooked species!😁🕷

[@vivimannequin]

Mine is really lazy and won't even burrow

[@VioletRuthless]

The A. purpurea is on my list too. I have a pink toe and versicolor as well... but I love watching these videos to see which ones I do have and don't. It was nice to see an old world on the list, because I would love to add an old world to my collection. Just scared. Haha might check out the one you listed. I'm capped at 7 atm >_> not by choice. Thanks again for another awesome video!!!!

[@kuceracm]

My purpurea is literal Satan lol. Threat poses are her default defense, and she has never had to kick hair. But I love her anyway. She's gorgeous and an excellent eater. I'm hoping she will calm down a bit as an adult.

[@VioletRuthless]

@@kuceracm hahaha oh nooooo they are so beautiful tho!!! lol I definitely want to get a Amazon Sapphire Pinktoe as well! Gotta catch 'em all!!!

[@kuceracm]

@@VioletRuthless I'd say that my purpurea's personality isn't really the norm. Usually they are quite curious and gentle, even as slings. I swear mine was cross bred with an OBT somewhere down the line lol.

[@VioletRuthless]

@@kuceracm hahahaha OBTs are such aholes but are so damn cute

[@rumpelstilzz]

Yeaaah finally someone putting all the dwarves in his beginner list! Always been missing them! I feel like, for people that are getting into the hobby, and maybe have to overcome some degree of arachnophobia first, why not start with the tiny ones that trade a fearsome size for pure fluffy cuteness? My favourite dwarf species is cyriocosmus perezmilesi, it's one of the T's I handle for show whenever someone wants me to help against fear. Anyhow, your list contains so many of my want-to-have spiders! Name davus pentaloris (getting one soon), ybyrapora diversipes (freakin' expensive) or aphonopelma calcodes (may be an everyday-seen in the US, but hard to come by here in Europe).... Love it you listed c.versi as No1, who is my all time favourite!

[@ObeyTheSnarf]

Versicolor was my first tarantula, by recommendation of a friend! I got them in June and it's late September, and now I have 12 tarantulas lmao. Just got a pumpkin patch! Nice to see it on this list.

[@victorg7036]

I love dwarf tarantulas, so I'll definitely be picking up the ones you mentioned here.

[@tomasluna9460]

I fell in love with my Antilles Pinktoe the moment I saw it gob knob a cricket twice it’s size and drag it up to the top of the container to its web. Super friendly too :)

[@zeeandbagel]

Got a brachypelma boehmei for my first tarantula, and she's been incredibly cool. (My parents were horrified when I brought her home, but now they often come over just to see what she's up to. Lol.) She's a moody eater but fairly easy to handle, rarely kicks hairs, and loves posing for the camera! I've been watching your videos for a few months now and I love your content - especially how awesome your zoo looks. Sending love all the way from Indonesia :)

[@shimerrill967]

Sassy girl 😂

[@evonwhenperishing]

Glad you mentioned the Aphonopelma chalcodes beforehand! It seems like I never used to hear about them, but then all of a sudden everyone started singing their praises, and for good reason! I picked up my first sling about three or four years ago, and she’s still one of my favorites, even after picking up some more brightly colored T’s later on. A slow grower, but completely worth the wait! It’s insane to think that she’s just now starting to look like a genuine tarantula, while my Chromatopelma cyanopubescens and Brachypelma boehmei both started to shoot up in size nearly right away!

[@ThunderStruck15]

I REALLY appreciate you also giving the names of the 'well known' top10 you aren't actually including. Because i am a total newb

[@ThePhantomofFilm]

The B. Boehmei was my first T I got a few months ago! It's gorgeous and aside from kicking hairs has been a dream!

[@UncleRicosCamper]

Your channel is amazing and you are very informative! Had to subscribe!

[@tarantulacollective]

Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel!

[@beritblackie3168]

SO glad you suggest and explain about the less obvious T’s to start with. Thoroughly enjoyed this video, and thank you for describing each tarantula in such a caring way. 👍 BIG thumbs up.

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@greendroprus]

Antilles pink toe are able to kick hair however they prefer to rub them off while they move. Hence why it’s best to wash your hands to avoid hair going from hands to face, however. Am I wrong ?

[@theelitistjerkmetalhead8047]

I had a Chilean flame tarantula for a while and she was such a sweetie! Never caused any trouble. Good eater too.

[@theresasantos3101]

I have an avicularia avicularia, and today I purchased my second fur baby, who is still very tiny ;) my first sling, and second T, Thrixopelma cyaneolum (Cobalt Red Rump). I am however finding it difficult to find others who have this species, I would appreciate links or a video Mr. T. Thank you!

[@werner1]

The D. Pentaloris was my first T, ordered a 2cm sling about 8 months ago. But I really think more warnings will be appropriate "Keeping / acquiring tarantulas is addictive and can be hazardous to your wallet" I now have 32 with 2 GBB slings arriving in a few hours. Recently started with old-world's 5x m. balfouri - communal and now 2x p. metallica's kept apart.

[@johnniediaz86]

Thanks bro I can't tell you how much i appreciate this video, keep them coming . Your videos are great!

[@RejectHumanityReturn2Monke]

Often overlooked because of it's really famous cousin, I loooove the P lugardi. In my opinion, they're the most docile baboon species--my top suggestion for beginners for their first baboon T.

[@controllerspixelsplayers9202]

I'm so happy to see you placed the Antilles pink toe first I got one otw from fearnot

[@twinklescupcake]

Just found your channel through Kat's live yesterday and getting my first T a GBB from Tom with the jumper bundle lol. Because you can never have enough jumpers.

[@Adam-kc2yv]

I'm new and late to the tarantula world, I came across you while looking into what's best to get as a slow docile species, along with proper care. I appreciate the information I've learned a lot so far. I'll be watching much more before I make my decision. thank you for the videos.

[@jadesjungle]

I appreciate this list 🙂 bored of seeing the same ones suggested time and time again but they were all super interesting! 🥰

[@gonyosoma666]

thanks to your videos and passion for the spiders I bought my first spider. 29-02-22 I have kept snakes as pets for 38 years and this is a new milestone in my hobby. thanks for all your passion and commitment I have learned a lot but also have a lot to learn from you. keep it up. p.s. I hope you can keep these awesome beasts in the future sine the upcoming government palans. I live in the Netherlands and have different regulations. greetings Fan from the Netherlands

[@stormfist9927]

caribena versicolor my beloved!!!!!!!!!! i've been planning to get one of these for a while, just gotta get over my crippling arachnophobia first lmao

[@firedragoness76]

My very first T was the Caribena Versicolor, I agree that this is a great beginner. Back then it was also considered an Avicularia so he was housed as a typical Avi. We got him as a very tiny sling and it was amazing watching him develop into an adult with all of the color changes and everything. Unfortunately, being a male, we didn't have him as long as we would have liked but I don't regret it, he was a sweetheart and this was the beginning of my T fascination. I would definitely recommend. ♥ What a great video, I am really interested in the Pumpkin Patch T, have to see if it is available here in Germany...

[@kinslayer5460]

100% my favourite intro animation

[@kuceracm]

Definitely have the versi and Hommeoma chilensis on my wish list. My pumpkin patch is probably my current favorite in my small collection...it's so chill! My purpurea is Satan and my chalcodes is currently a pet hole.

[@davidjean6753]

Just purchased my very first Tarantula Avicularia Avicularia. I've been absolutely terrified of spyders my entire life but have always thought Tarantulas were interesting and somewhat beautiful. Last year I came across a Black Widow at work and kept it as a pet for almost 9 months til the end of it's life cycle. I was suprised when I came across my Avicularia Avicularia at Petsmart for $20 dollars. The Tarantulas I've seen in petstores over the years have always been kind of expensive in my humble inexperienced opinion. So I thought I would give this one a try. I purchased a tall Zoo Med "Creatures" habitat but have realized that it doesn't have cross vents for cross ventilation. I do have two air purifiers in my room and have been running the ceiling fan until I can purchased a better option. It is eating very well and seems to be active at night. Wish me luck. I'm very happy with my purchase so far.

[@marjorieinverts]

Thank you so much for this video! Got my first T few weeks ago and already looking for a ideas for my 2nd and having these different suggestions is awesome

[@abbiemartin1950]

My C Versi is so so friendly & so fun to watch her move around. She’s the best T I’ve ever owned & so criminally underrated!

[@CrystalMouse1]

I’m super excited about spring because I have a cat that loves to walk around the neighborhood in his harness and leash and catch flies. These flies I feed my to my jumping spiders 😏 it’s quite an efficient system!

[@DinoDelight]

Another great video, I started my obsession with a Mexican Red Rump and a Tiger Rump.

[@biblicallyaccuratecockroach]

I have a soft spot for the rosy hair, had no idea there were so many pink ones, they're gorgeous! I'll definitely have to look into them when I have the conditions to keep my own pets.

[@mishmarvel7242]

Those gold banded t's are beautiful! I've heard the Brazilian blue can make a good beginner spider too & they look beautiful.

[@jennareimann300]

I bought my first T last week. She's an Aphonopelma pallidum. I had never heard of them, nor had they been on any beginner list. She's amazing and super docile. Her name is Queen Cheech 😁💕

[@debayeuxchats5607]

Thanks for including the spiders you WON'T be including. ;) It's helpful for people who click on your video early in their tarantula research. If I'm watching this for a beginner, chances are I'm not actually familiar with all those species, so at least you've provided their names for me to do further research...while providing more options.

[@annakevlin8634]

This video is awesome. Not knowing where to start with getting into these animals. Thanks for the recommendations.

[@godlesstarantulaguy868]

Great selection, Richard! Love it! By the way, my very first tarantula was a Ybyrapora diversipes...

[@tarantulacollective]

That is awesome!

[@arctica7170]

I just picked up my first tarantulas ever, and I was insanely lucky to find them for sale here in the Netherlands. I got a Grammostola Pulchra sling (2.5 cm legspan), and a Caribena Versicolor sling (5 cm legspan), and my goodness are they cute. Couldn't be happier. :D

[@LizzS17]

My first tarantulas were a juvenile Tliltocatl Albopilosus Nicaragua and a sling. That was January 2022 and now I have 12 and still going lol. I have the two Curly hair's, C. Cyaneus, C. Argentinense, L. Parahybana, three Avic's, C. Versicolor, H. sp. Colombia, and two T. Rasti's. Going to buy more though :) I love them all with the bottom of my heart.

[@Ksweetpea]

My six tarantulas, in order of first to most recent: 1) T albo 2) G pulchra 3) A chalcodes 4) G pulchripes 5) A steindachneri 6) E campestratus I would recommend 1, 3, and 6 as the most beginner-y, my grammostolas are quite bolty, but they are slings. The curly and steindachneri are adults and always out on display

[@kristopherjazz9295]

You have a very cool channel! All about the Ts and skip the BS. C Veriscolor was my first T. Such a treat raising it

[@tarantulacollective]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@iBims_DRuffi]

Thanks a lot for this nice video. If you want, a care & husbandry video about blue fangs wouldt be also interesting;)